How many syllables in “lad”?
syllable in "lad"
Word details
Syllables
1
lad
Letters
3
l · a · d
Scrabble
4
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “lad”
The word “lad” contains 1 syllable, divided as lad. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lad" have?
"lad" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "lad" into syllables?
"lad" is divided into syllables as: lad.
What is the Scrabble score for "lad"?
The Scrabble score for "lad" is 4 points.
Using “lad” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "lad" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “lad” is worth 4 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “lad”
The letters in “lad” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dal.